The Lazy RPG Podcast - D&D and RPG News and GM Prep from Sly Flourish

This podcast discusses the release of D&D material on Foundry, debunks claims about D&D Beyond killing 5e, discusses the rise of D&D online tools and the positive reception of non-WATSI options in D&D, explores different approaches to designing and customizing monster stat blocks, and explores tying characters to factions for continuity in Shadow Dark.

Preparations for the Shadowdark RPG campaign, reflections on losses from previous session, exploring the Tomb of Kithyros, and discussion of a deadly trapped treasure chamber.

Discussion on tabletop RPG tips inspired by playing Baldur's Gate 3, including Kickstarter campaigns and optional lore. Exploration of Qbocal 7's crafting and alchemy books for 5th edition and the concept of making lore optional in RPGs. The chapter explores immersive storytelling and lore in tabletop RPGs, the exploration of new RPGs, augmenting spell effects and potion use inspired by Baldur's Gate 3, managing rests and supplies in the game, and maintaining DM agency through minimal lore.

In this podcast, Mike discusses the 'Forge of Foes' book and its advantages in building and running monsters for 5e RPG. He explores the book's structure, quick monster builder, and monster powers. The chapter also covers topics like monster advice, alternative encounter building, and monsters by adventure location. The hosts delve into the balance between mechanics and story, breaking stereotypes in RPGs, and anti-colonial play. They offer strategies for running monsters, enhancing gameplay, and making the game more interesting.

Discussion on 5e compatibility in RPGs and the benefits of ordering multiple hardcover books. Highlights of a book's content and the excitement for GM guides for 5e. Exploring Level Up Advanced 5e Kickstarter and understanding the significance of 5e in tabletop RPGs. Designing dungeons with less combat and focusing on interactive elements. Handling recaps and initiating combat at the table.

Topics discussed include player motivation and risk assessment, creating factions and quest lists, putting characters at risk to create tension, world generation and example worlds, the secret of St. Yudrith and the Greywall Priory, and a discussion on factions and saving the Glooming.

Guest Jennell Jaquays, D&D RPG News commentator, discusses not giving up on 5e due to frustrations with Hasbro. They also review 'Weapons of Legend', explore pricing magic items, and the importance of session zero in clear communication and understanding game mechanics.

In this podcast, they discuss their preparations for a role-playing game session in the Shadowdark RPG. They explore the use of transparent images and incorporating characters into the story. They also delve into using dice rolls to determine outcomes and fighting creatures like oozes and wolves. They talk about a recent double zero roll and the mechanics of prophecy, as well as uncovering secrets in a vault and the game preparation and resources of Sly Flourish.

Discussion on the unique aspects of Level Up Advanced 5e, the fall of 5e, personalizing 5e games, gaming screens and reference sheets for tabletop RPGs, divisions within the TTRPG community, introducing new RPG systems, using different books in D&D gameplay, and traps and manipulating game mechanics in tabletop RPGs.

Discussion on the enjoyment of running the Shadow Dark RPG, comparing it to 5th Edition Dungeons & Dragons. Recap of previous session involving summoning frogs. Encounter with adventurous shenanigans and marrow wolves. Ways to seal the rift and save Barbara. Discussion on session count and storyline depth.